Career Information
Sanju Samson: A Dynamic Force in Indian Cricket
Sanju Samson, born on November 11, 1994, in Pulluvila, Kerala, is a prominent Indian cricketer renowned for his aggressive batting and sharp wicketkeeping skills. He captains the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and has represented India in various formats.
Cricket Career & Stats
- Test Matches: Yet to debut in Test cricket.
- ODI Career: Samson has played 11 One Day Internationals, scoring 330 runs at an average of 66.00, showcasing his consistency.
- T20I Matches: In 17 T20 Internationals, he has amassed 301 runs, including a highest score of 77, reflecting his aggressive style.
- IPL Career: Since his 2013 debut, Samson has featured in 168 IPL matches, scoring 4,419 runs with a strike rate of 138.96, including 3 centuries and 25 half-centuries.
Records & Achievements
| Records |
Format |
Ints Rank |
| Hundreds in consecutive innings (2) |
T20I |
1st Position |
| Highest partnership for the second wicket (210*) |
T20I |
1st Position |
| Most runs in an innings by a wicketkeeper (111) |
T20I |
6th Position |
| Hundred in last match |
ODI |
12th Position |
- Notable for scoring hundreds in consecutive T20I innings and holding the highest second-wicket partnership
- In the IPL 2025 auction, he was retained by Rajasthan Royals for ₹18 crore, underscoring his value.
Lesser-Known Facts
- Family Background: Sanju is married to Charulatha; his father, Samson Viswanath, was a police officer and former footballer, and his mother, Lijy, is a housewife. He has an elder brother, Saly Samson.
- Net Worth: Estimated at around ₹75 crore, reflecting his successful cricketing career and endorsements.
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